To perform professional planning work and assist in maintaining, interpreting and implementing the County Master Plan and other functional and special purpose plans under the direction of a supervisor.To perform research and analyses; to prepare reports under the direction of a supervisor.To assist with or provide advice and counsel to local communities on land use planning matters independently or under the direction of a supervisor.To assist with or provide professional services assisting with corporate planning initiatives as directed; and to perform related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Conducting research into the economic, fiscal, physical, social and circulatory structure of the county.

·Perform professional planning and related work in the preparation and maintenance of the master plan and other functional and special purpose plans, implementing ordinances, policy documents and special projects.

·Performing professional planning work in undertaking community development activities.

·Reviewing master plans, subdivision plans, development proposals, recreation plans, special use permits, rezoning requests, grant and other funding requests and related requests for consistency with local and County land use and special purpose plans.

·Preparing land use, zoning and other maps and drawings for use in planning county development.

·Developing and maintaining relationships, confer with and advise local communities as may be assigned or necessary.

·Promoting public interest and awareness in planning activities through various public outreach programs.

·Prepare draft recommendations on proposed land use projects and studies and assist in presentations as required.

·Assist in the preparation of correspondence, grant applications, records and reports.

·Participate in meetings of the County Planning Commission as required; serve as staff planner to various boards, commissions and committees advocating for the County Plan.

·Assist in the preparation of the departmental budget.

·Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Work is performed under the supervision of the Planning Director or other designated individuals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with the coordination and supervision of subordinates, technical and clerical personnel assigned to the office as may be designated by the Planning Director or other designated official.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION:

·Graduation from an accredited college or university, with a BS or BA degree in urban planning or related field – Geography, Resource Management, etc.

·Some work experience related to community development or planning is desirable.

·Reasonable knowledge of principles, practices, methods and presentation techniques of government planning, including knowledge of procedures used in the collection, analysis and reporting of technical data and recommendations related to short and long range planning.

Reasonable knowledge of one or more planning specialization, such as economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning.

·Reasonable knowledge of state laws and regulations related to master planning, zoning, transportation planning, recreation planning, community development and environmental quality.

·Some knowledge and skill in the use of Geographic Information Systems.

·Ability to compile and analyze statistical and technical data and make planning recommendations.

·Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary.

Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly;communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence.

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES FOR ALL ST. CLAIR COUNTY JOB CLASSIFICATIONS:

·Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.

·Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking.

Must possess a valid State of Michigan operator license and maintain this license throughout employment in this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations.Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

·Normal office hours are from 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. but may occasionally include overtime, evenings or weekends.

·Generally works in a normal office environment.

·The noise level in the work environment is low/moderate with few interruptions.

·An employee in this classification may be called upon to attend night meetings at locations throughout the county on a regular or irregular basis.

Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job requirements or duties performed.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of St. Clair County not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability that does not prevent performing essential job functions or because he or she is a protected veteran.